$459,000 Closed
905 Lapham Drive
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
SOLD 2026-04-30
Sold for $420,000 (listed at $459,000)
2 Beds
·
920 Sq Ft

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About This Property

Rare chance to own a duplex in the desirable Tahoe Island neighborhood of South Lake Tahoe. Each unit has separate utility meters, providing flexibility for both investors and owner-occupants.Ideal for a buyer looking to live in one unit while offsetting the mortgage by renting the other, or for those seeking a long-term rental investment in a high-demand local housing market. The property provides income potential while still enjoying the benefits of homeownership in Tahoe.Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, and bike paths, and just minutes to Lake Tahoe beaches and a short drive to Heavenly Ski Resort. The setting combines a residential neighborhood feel with easy access to year-round recreation.Ready for a new owner's personal touches and future improvements, offering the opportunity to build equity over time.A versatile property well-suited for full-time residents, second-home owners, or investors looking for a foothold in the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Listed by Bret Howard — Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Drysdale Properties - South Lake Tahoe

Listing Details

Status Closed
MLS # 142551
Sold Date 2026-04-30
Sold Price $420,000
Price/Sq Ft $499

Property History

Mar 02, 2026
Listed for sale
$459,000
Current
Sold
$420,000
Property Overview
Beds 2
Sq. Ft. 920
Lot Size 0.14 acres
Year Built 1957
Property Type Duplex
Subdivision Tallac Park
County El Dorado
STR Jurisdiction South Lake Tahoe
APN 023782009000
Parking
Parking Features 0.00
Exterior & Lot
Construction Wood Frame,Wood Siding
Roof Pitched,Composition
Foundation Concrete/Crawl Space
Utilities & Systems
Heating Wall or Space Heater
Cooling Wall or Space Heater
Financial
HOA / Community South Tahoe Association of Realtors

STR Investment Summary — 905 Lapham Drive, South Lake Tahoe

No revenue projection. Short-term rental permits are not currently obtainable here — the local jurisdiction has reached its permit cap or is waitlisting all new applications.
Structural Score: 44 / 100 (Standard) · STR Zone: Red

Land Coverage (TRPA)

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency impervious-coverage budget for this parcel

Room to build
1,190 sq ft covered of 1,830 sq ft allowed
640 sq ft of coverage still available to add.
Parcel Size
6,100 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
1,830 sq ft · 30%
Existing Coverage
1,190 sq ft · 20%
Addable Coverage
640 sq ft
Existing Units
2

TRPA caps how much of each Tahoe Basin parcel can be covered by impervious surfaces — buildings, driveways, decks. Estimated coverage — data: TRPA GIS / Tahoe Open Data. The only authoritative determination of coverage and land capability is a Land Capability Verification through TRPA; actual allowable coverage can differ due to verifications, transfers, banked coverage, or deed restrictions.

TRPA parcel fact sheet ↗ How the Basin compares

Home Insurance Estimate

California FAIR Plan fire policy + a DIC wrap policy, the usual Tahoe setup

$2,200 – $2,500/yr
about $196/mo
Est. Rebuild Cost (Coverage A)
$386,400
FAIR Plan (fire)
$1,800/yr
DIC wrap (theft, water, liability)
$400 – $700/yr

Estimate from this ZIP's California FAIR Plan rates (Plan data as of 6/30/2026, with the 29.1% increase effective 10/15/2026) on an estimated rebuild cost, plus a DIC policy at 20–40% of the FAIR premium. Not a bindable quote; a local broker quote depends on the home's age, roof, defensible space and claims history.

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